Buying Guide | Water Trampolines

Choosing a water trampoline or water bouncer for summer fun can be confusing as there are a lot of options out there. Choosing the perfect fit for you and your family is all about being informed on the different types of water trampolines, water bouncers and various accessories. This guide will help you find the right product for you and your needs.

Water bouncers are often mistaken for their more expensive counterpart, water trampolines. The jumping surface of a water bouncer is connected directly to the floatation part of the bouncer instead of being connected by springs thus giving it a smaller bounce. They are typically smaller than water trampolines making them easier to store and easier to set up because they require no assembly.

Inflatable water trampolines differ from water bouncers due to the fact that they can hold heavier weight loads and tend to allow to higher jumps. The added support and higher jumps are a result of the framed jump surface that is connected by springs to a frame, which is then connected to the inflation tube.

Connection

• Jumping surface of a water trampoline is connected to the frame by springs.

If you’re looking for the ultimate experience on the water and you’re willing to spend the money, checkout the selection of complete water parks. A complete water park offers you a water trampoline and a combination of a slide, aqua log, and aqua launch. Some parks will come with all three attachments, while others will come with only two. Water parks with all three attachments will be priced a bit higher.

Water Trampoline Accessories

Pumps

• An electric air pump will be the most important water trampoline accessory that you will purchase. This is not to say that you can’t use a non-electric pump, but an electric pump will save you much time and effort in inflating your water trampoline of choice.

• A wide variety of inflators are available from the makers of water trampolines.

• Be careful not to over inflate as this could cause damage to your water trampoline or water bouncer.

Ladders

• Many trampolines come equipped with ladders.

• For those that do not, it is recommended that you purchase a ladder. A ladder will provide a lot of convenience to the young children and allow for maximum enjoyment.

Turn your water bouncer or water trampoline into a water park piece-by-piece by adding a slide, aqua log, or launch. Such attachments will add many additional hours of fun to your day in the sun.

Slides

• Available in both small and large size attachments to cater to your taste or the size of your water trampoline.

• Available from the top brands.

Logs

• Available from Rave Sports, the Aqua Log is an exciting addition to any water trampoline.

• An Aqua Log is a straight, inflatable attachment that challenges you to run to the end without falling in the water. It sounds much easier than it is!

Launch/Blast Bag

• The Aqua Launch attachment is another interesting attachment offered by Rave Sports. One person sits at the end of the launch, while another jumps onto it. The result is the individual on the end being launched into the air!

Safety

Safety is one of the main concerns of many people who purchase water trampolines. Children under 6 years old should not be allowed on water trampolines and children over 6 should be supervised by an adult. Life vests should be worn at all times while enjoying your water trampoline. Also, be sure to read all directions carefully and set up your water trampoline and accessories accordingly to ensure maximum safety and fun!